Texas Bluebonnet Award

03/25/2026

Looking for our new resources for the 2026-27 Bluebonnet list? The wait is over!! Enjoy, book trailers, author and illustrator interviews, readers theaters, activities, resources and more all curated by our amazing Program committee.

Welcome to the 2026-2027 Texas Bluebonnet Award List Resources Page! We hope you will find the resources on this website useful as you are planning your Bluebonnet Program for this year: Click on Book Resources for author interviews, book trailers, related activities & resources, discussion

03/10/2026

Just two days left to get your tickets for the Texas Bluebonnet Award Speed Dating with Authors and the Author Celebration Luncheon!

Don’t miss the chance to connect with incredible authors, hear the stories behind the stories, and celebrate the power of books and young readers across Texas. 📚⭐

These Texas Bluebonnet events are always a highlight—full of inspiration, laughter, and a shared love of reading. We hope to see you there!

03/08/2026

📚✨ Today’s a great day to sign up for two of the most exciting Texas Bluebonnet events of the year!

Join us for the Texas Bluebonnet Award Speed Dating and the Texas Bluebonnet Award Author Celebration Luncheon — but don’t wait! Registration closes March 12.

💙 Speed Dating with Authors is an event you won’t want to miss. Meet 16 amazing authors and illustrators as they rotate through quick, lively sessions to share the stories behind their books and their journeys as creators. It’s fast-paced, fun, and full of ideas you can take back to your readers.

🌟 Then join us for the Author Celebration Luncheon as we hear from Minda Dentler, this year’s Texas Bluebonnet Award winner. Her story of perseverance and determination is truly inspiring, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the power of books and the young readers who make this award possible.

⏰ Don’t miss out—sign up by March 12!

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02/27/2026

Get ready for one of the most energizing events of the TLA conference -TBA Speed Dating with the Authors and Illustrators!

Sign up and join us for a fast-paced, fun, and inspiring session featuring over 16 award-winning and beloved creators including Jasmine Warga, Paul Tremblay, Kelly Crull, and Angela Dominguez. This interactive format allows for small-group conversations with each author — giving you the chance to hear about their newest books, creative processes, classroom connections, and behind-the-scenes stories up close and personal.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your collection, spark new programming ideas, or simply connect face-to-face with incredible storytellers, this is your opportunity to build meaningful connections in a relaxed, engaging setting.

Seats are limited and this event is almost sold out!! Sign up today and get ready for a little literary magic at high speed! Free autographed books included!!!

02/27/2026

This would be a great weekend to register for the TBA Luncheon honoring Minda Dentler! Her story is inspiring and one you will want to hear!! https://txla.org/news/the-2026-texas-bluebonnet-award-winner-is/ We hope to see you there!!

Thousands of students across Texas voted, and the results are in! The 2026 Texas Bluebonnet Award winner is The Girl Who Figured It Out, written by Minda Dentler and illustrated […]

02/09/2026

🎉 And the winner is… watch the video for the official Texas Bluebonnet Award announcement! We are SO EXCITED!!!

02/08/2026

Wondering which title earned the 2025–26 Texas Bluebonnet Award? Check back here Monday at 10:00 for the official announcement. Drum roll please...

02/08/2026

Now that voting has wrapped up, join us at the TLA Conference for one of our favorite events of the year—Bluebonnet Speed Dating! Be among the first to learn about the 2026–27 Texas Bluebonnet Award list while connecting with the creators behind the books.

We’re thrilled to welcome 16+ authors and illustrators, including Kate Messner, Jewell Parker Rhodes, Jarrett Lerner, Julio Anta, Linda Sue Park, and many more. This high-energy event sells out every year, so grab your tickets early and don’t miss the fun!

02/02/2026

REMEMBER: Tomorrow is the day we’ve all been waiting for. Get those votes turned in by 5:00 pm on Monday!! We want every student vote to be counted!
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Check out this Presentation designed by Texas Library Association main.

01/25/2026

What time is it? ⏰
It’s Bluebonnet voting time!

How do I know?
It’s snowing in Texas ❄️—which means plans change, but reading joy doesn’t!

📣 Important update:
The Bluebonnet voting deadline has been extended to
🗓 Monday, February 2nd at 5:00 PM

Stay warm, stay safe, and make sure those student voices are heard! 💙📚

01/21/2026

Only one week left to get those votes submitted. The deadline is next Wednesday, Jan. 28th at midnight. Make sure your students votes are counted!!https://www.canva.com/design/DAGzcgm5FuQ/975I2wO6ZD8sEyBbmGP3WA/view?utm_content=DAGzcgm5FuQ&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h20ceba84b0&fbclid=IwY2xjawPd5OhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe6iOYEjwhF5AaS79gKpQAg2f7Z3fip_JQJDosVGTqjOP0U9a57U-Quf_HYeA_aem_ifTJIVMZJsxBRxFK52qMtg